Senior Purchasing Coordinator

Why you’ll love it here!

+ Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet, and Legal Insurance

+ 401k
+ Community Service Day

+ Spotlight Awards

+ National Sales Excellence Awards

+ CFSP Prep Certification Program

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The Senior Purchasing Coordinator reports to the Purchasing Manager
• Located in Landover, MD
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

As a Senior Purchasing Coordinator, you will assume a leadership role in procurement operations, leveraging your expertise to manage goods and services with heightened financial commitments and technical intricacies. Working under general direction, you will play a vital role in optimizing inventory, enhancing supplier relations, and executing strategic procurement decisions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Procurement:

• Lead strategic procurement initiatives, managing goods and services with increased financial commitments and technical complexities.
• Apply advanced analytical and negotiation skills to ensure optimal procurement outcomes.

Inventory Optimization:

• Oversee inventory management to maintain high fill rate accuracy in distribution centers.
• Employ advanced value analysis techniques to minimize Total Cost of Ownership.

Supplier Relationship Management:

• Take a lead role in managing supplier relations, resolving complex issues, and fostering collaborative partnerships.

Decision-Making and Analysis:

• Independently make timely decisions, employing advanced analysis to determine the most appropriate course of action.
• Optimize purchase orders, negotiate terms, manage delivery, reconcile discrepancies, and maintain meticulous records.

Sales Support and Collaboration:

• Provide expert support to the sales team, addressing complex product inquiries, negotiating terms, and facilitating seamless order fulfillment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with organizational goals.

Compliance and Process Enhancement:

• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, contributing to the enhancement of procurement processes.
• Conduct periodic reviews to identify areas for process improvement and efficiency.

COMPETENCIES:

• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems and make strategic decisions.
• Deep understanding of material flow and requirements planning (MRP), including advanced concepts such as order points, lead-time, and safety stock.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to think strategically, align procurement activities with organizational goals, and contribute to overall business strategy.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, coupled with advanced negotiation abilities.
• Proven ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment, take initiative, and drive results.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• 2 – 3 years of experience in a senior-level purchasing or procurement role, or equivalent military or practical experience.
• Proficiency in advanced software tools, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Adobe/Nitro Pro, Explorer, and Infor Distribution SX.
• Ability to tackle complex problems and devise innovative solutions.
• Advanced mathematical skills, including calculations related to discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check post offer acceptance.

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